My question is,should I spend the $300 on inspection or should I just put that money into a good appliance for the kitchen?

She said that her friend is selling everything (furniture, appliances, etc.) and the home is just going to be demolished.

I did a few upgrades (countertops and appliances) and was into the house for $240k when it was all said and done.  

Planning to sell it for $150k, wanted to know if I add appliances, do paint and change the two shower tubs (need to change them). or sell it as-is? 

For example granite counter-tops in the kitchen, stainless steel appliances, larger tiles and (if possible, spend some time on the cabinets in the kitchen). 

Nice thing about this bath is tub is white and cast iron so no need to rip out we did 5000 for kitchen including new appliances, cabinets and tile.

You will have clogged plumbing, appliance repairs or replace, water heater replacement, roof replacement someday, carpet, paint, etc. 

:Up and Coming Duplex2 bed 1 bath unit that will rent for around $1600 (conservative estimate)1 bed 1 bath for $1000annual taxes 5kBeautiful street with walk to quaint shops and restaurants, should virtually 0 vacancy due to Portland rental market.Rent ready(new paint, solid appliances, refinished hardwood floors, mature low maintenance landscaping ) but could improve 1 bed unit for several thousand only.Will likely sell for around 450K+(similar property 6 months ago went for that, I offered 430K and missed out)Should I put in an offer and for how much?

Most landlords see their goal as having fully-occupied units, rented at market or above rates, with long-term tenants that fulfill their responsibilities, not uber-concern with old carpeting or cheap appliance fixes.

But painting the house, putting in new flooring, stainless appliances, granite counter tops, and sprucing the house up does add value.